# Lycoming O-540-J3C5D

- Type: Engine model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 42361
- Manufacturer (registry): LYCOMING
- Model: O-540-J3C5D
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Power: 235 hp
- Data sheet: [TCDS E-295](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-295) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Lycoming Engines
- Installed in: 24 registered aircraft
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-540-j3c5d

Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs)

Matched to this engine model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment.

- [AD 2026-17-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-17-10): Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section · Lycoming Engines O-235, O-235-A, O-235-AP and 159 more. Effective Sep 14, 2026
- [AD 2026-04-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-04-11): Engine (Reciprocating) · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 605 more. Effective Apr 8, 2026
- [AD 2017-16-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-16-11): Reciprocating Engine Power Section · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-360-B1G6 and 93 more. Effective Aug 15, 2017
- [AD 2012-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-19-01): Crankshafts · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1A, AEIO-360-A1B, AEIO-360-A1B6 and 321 more. Effective Oct 24, 2012
- [AD 2012-03-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-03-07): Carburetor · Lycoming Engines GO-435, GO-435-C2 (O-435-17), GO-435-C2A and 389 more. Effective Mar 27, 2012
- [AD 2009-26-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-26-12): Cylinder assemblies · Engine Components Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies, AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B and 264 more. Effective Feb 4, 2010
- [AD 2007-04-19 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-04-19-R1): SAP cylinder assemblies · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 314 more. Effective May 7, 2007
- [AD 2006-12-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-12-07): ECi cylinder assemblies · Aerostar AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 386 more. Effective Jul 11, 2006
- [AD 2005-19-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-19-11): Crankshafts · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1B6, AEIO-360-A1E6, AEIO-540-D4A5 and 59 more. Effective Oct 21, 2005
- [AD 2005-12-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-12-06): Riveted-impulse coupling assemblies and snap-ring coupling assemblies · Lycoming Engines AEIO-540-D4A5, AEIO-540-D4B5, AEIO-540-D4C5 and 154 more. Effective Jul 19, 2005
- [AD 2004-10-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-10-14): Crankshaft gear · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 642 more. Effective Jun 25, 2004
- [AD 2004-05-24](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-05-24): Zinc-plated Crankshaft Gear Retaining Bolts · Lycoming Engines AEIO-540-D4A5, AEIO-540-D4B5, AEIO-540-D4C5 and 161 more. Effective Mar 30, 2004
- [AD 2002-12-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-12-07): Oil Filter Converter Plate Gasket or the Converter Plate Kit · Lycoming Engines HIO-360-E1AD, HIO-360-E1BD, HIO-360-F1AD and 95 more. Effective Jul 3, 2002
- [AD 95-26-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-26-02): Aviation Gasoline · Lycoming Engines IO-320-B1A, IO-320-B1B, IO-320-B1C and 182 more. Effective Jan 24, 1996
- [AD 95-07-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-07-01): Connecting Rod Bolt · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1E, AEIO-360-B1G6, AEIO-360-H1A and 177 more. Effective Apr 12, 1995
- [AD 87-10-06 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-10-06-R1): Rocker Arm Assembly · Lycoming Engines IO-360-B4, IVO-360-A1A, O-340-A1A and 243 more. Effective Sep 1, 1989
- [AD 89-04-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/89-04-02): Carburetors · Continental Motors O-470-11, O-470-11-CI, O-470-11B and 175 more. Effective Mar 8, 1989
- [AD 75-08-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-08-09): Oil Pump Drive Shaft · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1B, AEIO-360-A1B6, AEIO-360-A1C and 365 more. Effective Aug 18, 1977
- [AD 69-24-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-24-03): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 321 more. Effective Nov 29, 1969
- [AD 63-22-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/63-22-03): Carburetors · Continental Motors GO-300-A, GO-300-B, GO-300-C and 143 more. Effective Dec 2, 1963

Historical (superseded or no longer in force):

- [AD 2024-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-21-02) (historical): Engine (Reciprocating) · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 548 more. Effective Dec 5, 2024
- [AD 2008-19-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-19-05) (historical): Parallel Valve'' reciprocating engines · Engine Components Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies, AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B and 262 more. Effective Oct 20, 2008
- [AD 2006-20-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-20-09) (historical): Certain crankshafts replacing · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1B6, AEIO-360-A1E6, AEIO-540-D4A5 and 82 more. Effective Nov 3, 2006
- [AD 2005-26-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-26-10) (historical): ECi cylinder assemblies. · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 413 more. Effective Jan 31, 2006
- [AD 2000-18-53](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-18-53) (historical): Oil Filter Converter Plate Gaskets · Textron Lycoming, AVCO AEIO-540, IO-360-A1B6D, IO-360-A1D6D and 73 more

## Information bulletins (advisory) (8)

- [SAIB NE-19-08](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-19-08): Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section - Lycoming Engines Parallel Valve Cylinders. Issued May 2, 2019
- [SAIB NE-08-32R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-32R1): Propeller Governor  Idler Gear Shaft Set Screw. Issued May 13, 2016
- [SAIB NE-14-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-14-13): Reciprocating Engine - Cylinder Mounting Studs. Issued Mar 24, 2014
- [SAIB NE-13-06](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-13-06): Pushrod Shroud Spring Retainers, Engine Components Part No. AEL14995, for Lycoming Engines 320, 360, and 540 Series Engines. Issued Nov 21, 2012
- [SAIB NE-08-26R3](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-26R3): Magneto/Distributor. Issued Mar 31, 2011
- [SAIB NE-06-32R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-32R1): Reciprocating Engine - Crankshaft. Issued Sep 10, 2008
- [SAIB NE-08-26R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-26R1) (historical): Dual Magnetos. Issued Jul 8, 2008
- [SAIB NE-08-32](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-32) (historical): Propeller Governor Set Screw. Issued Jul 3, 2008

## Registered aircraft (24)

- [N10GL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N10GL): [Makulu Adventures LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MAKULU%20ADVENTURES%20LLC), [Fort Pierce, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Fort%20Pierce), built 1983, S/N R18201934
- [N1784R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1784R): [Cunning Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CUNNING%20AVIATION%20LLC), [La Mesa, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/La%20Mesa), built 1978, S/N R18200558
- [N1817R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1817R): [Lfg Properties LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LFG%20PROPERTIES%20LLC), [Portage, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Portage), S/N R18200571
- [N2268S](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2268S): [Platinum Air Services LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PLATINUM%20AIR%20SERVICES%20LLC), [Morgantown, WV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WV/Morgantown), S/N R18201317
- [N2394S](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2394S): [Wild Rose, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Wild%20Rose), built 1979, S/N R18201336, Sale reported
- [N2487S](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2487S): [Moody Bible Institute Of Chicago](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MOODY%20BIBLE%20INSTITUTE%20OF%20CHICAGO), [Spokane Valley, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Spokane%20Valley), S/N R18201344
- [N2623C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2623C): [Dodson International Parts Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DODSON%20INTERNATIONAL%20PARTS%20INC), [Rantoul, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Rantoul), built 1978, S/N R18200179
- [N2637C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2637C): [Safety In Motion Flight Center Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SAFETY%20IN%20MOTION%20FLIGHT%20CENTER%20INC), [Puyallup, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Puyallup), built 1978, S/N R18200188
- [N2744C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2744C): [Brewer Farms](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BREWER%20FARMS), [Thompson, MO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MO/Thompson), built 1978, S/N R18200224
- [N311MM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N311MM): [Andrews Karen](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ANDREWS%20KAREN), [Napa, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Napa), built 1978, S/N R18200366
- [N404XX](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N404XX): [International Air Services Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/INTERNATIONAL%20AIR%20SERVICES%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [Carson City, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Carson%20City), built 1980, S/N R18201624
- [N405JH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N405JH): [Tss Flying Club Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TSS%20FLYING%20CLUB%20INC), [Bethesda, MD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MD/Bethesda), built 1981, S/N R18201790
- [N4609S](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4609S): [N4609s LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/N4609S%20LLC), [Verona, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Verona), built 1979, S/N R18201355
- [N468RG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N468RG): [Myers Michael J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MYERS%20MICHAEL%20J), [Vinton, IA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IA/Vinton), built 1979, S/N R18201057
- [N5274S](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5274S): [Hap'S Air Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HAP'S%20AIR%20INC), [Ames, IA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IA/Ames), built 1980, S/N R18201534
- [N541SL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N541SL): [Carter Scott P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CARTER%20SCOTT%20P), [Dallas, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Dallas), built 2009, S/N 1
- [N702SD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N702SD): [Vaughn Gregory T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VAUGHN%20GREGORY%20T), [Santa Fe, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Santa%20Fe), S/N R18200293
- [N7389T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N7389T): [Weaver James C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WEAVER%20JAMES%20C), [Dunwoody, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Dunwoody), built 1977, S/N R18200035
- [N747AB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N747AB): [Flyco Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLYCO%20INC), [Colorado Springs, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Colorado%20Springs), built 1979, S/N R18201302
- [N776DL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N776DL): [Sky West Aviation Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SKY%20WEST%20AVIATION%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [Albuquerque, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Albuquerque), built 1979, S/N R18200556
- [N847RW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N847RW): [Randug Flying Associates LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RANDUG%20FLYING%20ASSOCIATES%20LLC), [Oviedo, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Oviedo), S/N 40012
- [N882FC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N882FC): [Flying C Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLYING%20C%20AVIATION%20INC), [Searcy, AR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AR/Searcy), built 1980, S/N R18201553
- [N980JK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N980JK): [Koskan John M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KOSKAN%20JOHN%20M), [Wood, SD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SD/Wood), built 1980, S/N R18201591
- [N9888C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9888C): [Loehde Thomas](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LOEHDE%20THOMAS), [Lolo, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Lolo), built 1978, S/N R18200485

## NTSB investigations (5)

From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [NTSB CEN26LA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA009), Oct 3, 2025: Cessna 182RG (N4609S), Cottonville, IA, substantial damage, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB GAA17CA197](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA17CA197), Mar 18, 2017: Cessna R182 (N747AB), Colorado Springs, CO, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to complete the landing checklist and to extend the landing gear before touchdown.
- [NTSB WPR13CA260](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13CA260), Jun 1, 2013: Wampach Murphy Moose (N331RW), Galt, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in an abnormal runway contact.
- [NTSB CHI07LA011](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07LA011), Oct 22, 2006: Cessna R182 (N5274S), Ames, IA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The fatigue failure of the landing gear actuator pin and the exterior visual maintenance inspection for cracks not possible by company maintenance personnel.
- [NTSB CHI93LA341](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA341), Aug 29, 1993: Cessna R182 (N2623C), St Louis, MO, substantial damage. Probable cause: the pilot's delay in lowering the landing gear prior to touchdown.

## FAA accident and incident reports (32)

From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [Incident 20260110000209I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260110000209I), Jan 10, 2026: Cessna R182 (N1784R), Imperial, CA, Minor damage. C182 landed on runway 32 at kipl in Imperial, CA with the nose gear in the up position, causing the propeller to strike the ground and resulting in damage to…
- [Accident 20251003015249A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251003015249A), Oct 3, 2025: Cessna TR182 (N4609S), La Motte, IA, Substantial damage. Engine RPM became uncontrollable while enroute from irk to C29 at 9,000 ft. the engine began shaking violently as throttle was increased to hold altitude.…
- [Incident 20250713014969I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250713014969I), Jul 13, 2025: Cessna R182 (N1784R), El Cajon, CA, Minor damage. Pilot stated that the nose gear never came down after gear extension was selected.
- [Incident 20230624012479I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230624012479I), Jun 24, 2023: Cessna R182 (N2623C), Portage Des Sio, MO, Minor damage. On June 24, 2023, the student and instructor were conducting an instructional flight in a complex, high performance Cessna R-182. After several flights around…
- [Incident 20221120012629I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20221120012629I), Nov 20, 2022: Cessna R182 (N1784R), San Diego, CA, Minor damage. On November 20, 2022 [privacy data omitted] was on approach for landing on runway 26L at ksdm. The pilot did not get a green down indicator light for the nose…
- [Incident 20190908008969I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190908008969I), Sep 8, 2019: Cessna R182 (N7389T), Henderson, NV, Minor damage. N7389T cleared to land RY17L. Local controller used binoculars to inspect landing gear and could not determine the status of gear due to aircraft location and…
- [Incident 20190725022909I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190725022909I), Jul 25, 2019: Cessna R182 (N9888C), San Carlos, CA, Minor damage. San Carlos, CA (SQL0: N9888C, C182, landed gear up. POB: 1. Injuries: none: damage: minor.
- [Accident 20170318011059A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170318011059A), Mar 18, 2017: Cessna R182 (N747AB), Colorado Spring, CO, Substantial damage. On 03/18/2017 at 1716 MDT, N747AB, a Cessna 182 airplane, landed gear up at Colorado springs airport. There was one person on board. No injuries. The aircraft…
- [Incident 20151204021459I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20151204021459I), Dec 4, 2015: Cessna R182 (N757HD), Carefree, AZ, Substantial damage. Pilot stated that he forgot to extend landing gear after completing 3 full stop landings at 18AZ.
- [Incident 20141014023709I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20141014023709I), Oct 14, 2014: Cessna R182 (N2623C), Alton, IL, No damage. On 10/14/2014, N2623C was IFR enroute to st. charles county smartt field(kset), st. charles, MO. And vectored for RNAV 18 approach. N2623C was unable to fly…
- [Accident 20130601009789A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130601009789A), Jun 1, 2013: Richard A Wampach AEROMOOSESSNA (N331RW), Galt, CA, Substantial damage. On June 1, 2013, at approximately 1000 PDT, N331RW, a Richard a. wampach Aeromoosessna, a high-wing, tailwheel-equipped experimental aircraft, was…
- [Incident 20121110027739I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20121110027739I), Nov 10, 2012: Cessna R182 (N2623C), St. Charles, MO, Minor damage. Left main landing gear failed to extend to the down and locked position on approach. Aircraft landed gear up at set with no injures reported. After landing, it…
- [Incident 20091016022199I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20091016022199I), Oct 16, 2009: Cessna 182 (N2478S), Jackson, MS, Minor damage. Aircraft N2478S nose landing gear separated from the aircraft after the nose gear tire sank in a approximately six inch wide crack in the non movement cement…
- [Incident 20080126854129I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080126854129I), Jan 26, 2008: Cessna R182 (N2623C), St Charles, MO, Minor damage. (-23) During a flight instructor practical test, the FAA inspector administering the test initiated a simulated engine failure in close proximity to the st.…
- [Accident 20061022021449A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20061022021449A), Oct 22, 2006: Cessna R182 (N5274S), Ames, IA, Substantial damage. (-23) The aircraft was landing at Ames Municipal Airport. The pilot setup to land on runway 31. He noted that the nose gear safe light had not illuminated so…
- [Incident 20030219014919I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030219014919I), Feb 19, 2003: Cessna R182 (N7389T), Goldsboro, NC, Minor damage. (-23) FSDO was notified approximately 1800 February 19, 2003. Pilot was performing a mission for the civil air patrol to locate an ELT signal in the vicinity…
- [Incident 19980719035999I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980719035999I), Jul 19, 1998: Cessna R182 (N1784R), Chicago/Wheelin, IL, Minor damage. (-5) FAA test - accident/incident report (item no. 33) on July 19, 1998 at approximately 1436 CDT, Cessna 182R, N1784R, piloted by PIC paul nielsen m ade a…
- [Incident 19950301005859I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950301005859I), Mar 1, 1995: Cessna TR182 (N2268S), Orlando, FL, Minor damage. Narrative: on March 1, 1995, at 1423 EST, a Cessna 182RG, N2268S, owned by flight express, inc. and piloted by david d. snell had the nose gear malfunction…
- [Incident 19931209048749I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19931209048749I), Dec 9, 1993: Cessna TR182 (N2268S), Orlando, FL, Minor damage. Unsafe gear indication on arpproach to naples. Diverted to nome base. Nose gear collapsed on rollout.
- [Incident 19931129051099I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19931129051099I), Nov 29, 1993: Cessna 182Q (N405JH), Ocala, FL, Minor damage. Student landed gear up. Flight instructor distracted student by initiating simulated emergency on final.
- [Accident 19930828034139A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930828034139A), Aug 28, 1993: Cessna R182 (N2623C), St Louis, MO, Substantial damage. Landed gear up blames system defect. None found.
- [Incident 19930824034229I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930824034229I), Aug 24, 1993: Cessna R182 (N9888C), Apex, NC, Minor damage. Engine quit in flight. Forced landing on road. Found carburetor needed repair.
- [Incident 19920702026379I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920702026379I), Jul 2, 1992: Cessna R182 (N9888C), Greensboro, NC. While flying over Greensboro aircraft engine malfunctioned. Emergency landing at Greensboro.
- [Incident 19920327013869I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920327013869I), Mar 27, 1992: Cessna R182 (N1784R), Monee, IL, Minor damage. Pilot forgot to lower landing gear on a training flight. Landed gear up.
- [Incident 19891114060209I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19891114060209I), Nov 14, 1989: Cessna R182 (N2637C), Long Beach, CA. Had unsafe gear indication but visually down. Landed without incident. Light ground wire was shorting.
- [Incident 19890323015289I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890323015289I), Mar 23, 1989: Cessna R182 (N5274S), Islip, NY, Minor damage. Unable to extend nose gear. Landed and held nose off as Long as possible. Suspect air in hydraulic line.
- [Incident 19890217008869I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890217008869I), Feb 17, 1989: Cessna R182 (N2744C), El Cajon, CA, Minor damage. Pilot stated he forgot to lower landing gear and landed with gear up. Minor damage.
- [Incident 19880516034769I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880516034769I), May 16, 1988: Cessna R182 (N2623C), St Charles, MO, Minor damage. Aircraft hit fuel pump with propeller,gear doors stopped engine. Pilot was repositioning for fueling. Not flight ops.
- [Incident 19831116073959I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19831116073959I), Nov 16, 1983: Cessna 182R (N2268S), Cay Sal, Bahamas, Minor damage. Departed without flight plan or wx check to fly over andros island. Low on fuel at dusk and wx. Landed on a beach.
- [Incident 19810819065469I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810819065469I), Aug 19, 1981: Cessna R182 (N1817R), Kalamazoo, MI, Minor damage. Pilot taxiing aircraft from ramp struck a parked aircraft.
- [Incident 19810601039759I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810601039759I), Jun 1, 1981: Cessna R182 (N1817R), Kalamazoo, MI, Minor damage. Pilots heard clunking noise during flap operation. Found right flap tracking improperly causing hinge wear.
- [Incident 19790813030819I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790813030819I), Aug 13, 1979: Cessna R182 (N2623C), Wheeling, WV. Small amount of water drained from tank before flight. Engine cut in and out. Water found in fuel system.

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (40)

Approved for this engine model: the STC's model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. In force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has.

- [STC SE04651CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04651CH): To allow use of l00R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification SPEC-l00R-22. Swift Fuels LLC
- [STC SE00825WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00825WI): Installation of Specialty Products Spin-on oil filter on Lycoming Engines. B & C Specialty Products Inc
- [STC SE2932SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2932SW): Install carburetor air temperature indicator. Approved for Aircooled Motors (Franklin Engine Co.) equipped with float carburetors. Model eligibility included here may not be inclusive. Alcor LLC. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SE208SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE208SO): Installation of ice indicator in the carburetor. LegacySTC.com. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SE04349CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04349CH): Installation of SureFly electronic ignition. SureFly Partners Ltd
- [STC SE01954SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01954SE): Installation of engine crankcase seal. Ly-Con Rebuilding Company
- [STC SE02352CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02352CH): Installation of Challenger cleanable oil filter assembly. Challenger Aviation Products Inc
- [STC SE00939WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00939WI): Installation of B&C Specialty Products Model BC 315-( ) Starter on Lycoming engines. B & C Specialty Products Inc
- [STC SE2388CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2388CE): Installation of B&C Speciality Products lightweight (10.2) pounds) engine starter, part number BC-315-100-1 (12 volts) or part number BC-315-100-3 (24 volts). B & C Specialty Products Inc. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SE03309CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03309CH): Installation of Engine Preheat Kit, p/n TSP6CYL-2927-115 for 115 volt application. Hartzell Propeller Inc
- [STC SE01436LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01436LA): Installation of Firewall Forward Technologies LLC modified camshaft. Centri-lube Technologies LLC
- [STC SE04577CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04577CH): Install an electronic engine ignition system. Electroair Acquisition Corp
- [STC SE01966WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01966WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas in spark ignition piston aircraft engines. General Aviation Modifications Inc
- [STC SE8628SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8628SW): Installation of oil nozzles for lubrication of cam and filters. Cygnet Aerospace Corp
- [STC SE4408SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4408SW): Miscellaneous engine cylinder replacement parts. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SE8776SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8776SW): Installation of coated cylinders and piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SE00218NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00218NY): Replacement of Lycoming starter with SKY-TEC 12 volt starter installed. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SE00226NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00226NY): Replacement of Lycoming starter with SKY-TEC 24-volt starter Models 149-24HT and 122-24HT. Approval limited to 24-volt DC source available to the starter. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC
- [STC SE00357NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00357NY): Replacement of Lycoming starter with SKY-TEC 24-volt starter installed. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SE2901NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2901NM): Lycoming valve cover gasket. Real Gaskets Tennessee
- [STC SE02051AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02051AK): Grind nitrided high compression cylinder barrels to plus 0.010 overside and install P10 piston, P10 compression rings, and P10 oil rings. Custom Aircraft Inc
- [STC SE00768CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00768CH): Replace Slick 6000, 6100, 6200 and 6300 series magnetos and TCM/Bendix S6-20, S6-200 and S6-1200 series magnetos with the Champion Limited Authority Spark Advance Regulator (LASARTM) ignition system. Champion Aerospace LLC. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SE922GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE922GL): Installation of a Shadin Company fuel flow transducer. Shadin Avionics
- [STC SE7734SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE7734SW): Modification of engine for operation with ethanol fuel. Shauck Dr Maxwell E Jr
- [STC SE1779NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1779NM): Installation of Precise Flight, Inc. Standby Vacuum System SVS III. Precise Flight Inc
- [STC SE5743NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5743NM): Intallation of adapter for externally mounted oil filter. Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SE00890LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00890LA): Installation of Nickson's cylinder barrels on Lycoming reciprocating engine models. Nickson's Machine Shop Inc. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SE1-201](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1-201): Installation of the Richter Aero Equipment Type B-4 or B-5 Temperature Probe. (O-360 SERIES (excl. A1C, C2B, C2D)). MidContinent Instru Co Inc. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SE09492SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09492SC): Installation and usage of Exxon 20W50 multigrade aircraft engine oil conforming to Exxon Oil formulation WS-3013. Exxon Company USA. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SE8023SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8023SW): Installation and usage of AEROSHELL. Shell Development Co. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SE452NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE452NE): Installation and usage of 'Mobil AV 1' aviation oil. Mobil Research & Development Corp. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SE318NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE318NE): Installation of 'auto-vac-2' auxiliary instrument vacuum system. Raymond Ives
- [STC SE5879SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5879SW): Use of Phillips X/C II 20W-50 and25W-60 oil (OSS 55875) in all Avco reciprocating aircraft engines from 65 to 450 BHP. Phillips Petroleum Co. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SE5924SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5924SW): Installation of stainless steel replacement exhaust studs on AVCO engines. Perrigo & Steele Aircraft Engr Company. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SE244NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE244NE): Installation of Mattituck plasma flame sprayed cylinder barrels in Teledyne reciprocating engines. Mattituck Airbase, Inc. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SE80NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE80NE): Installation and usage of Bel-Ray synthetic aviation oil, Bel-Ray Aero 1, (nonsupercharged), horizontally opposed direct drive, aircraft engines of 350 hp. or less. Bel-Ray Company, Inc. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SE1445SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1445SO): Use of Aero-blend oil additive in Teledyne (non turbocharged) aircraft engines. ProTec. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SE128NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE128NE): Use of AMS/OIL 15W 50 synthetic piston aircraft oil in Avco engines. AMS/OIL. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SE44WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE44WE): Use of Kling Aviation Oil, Specifications KL-100, KL-200 and KL-300 in Continental and Lycoming engines. Kling Oil Company. Lists O-540 Series
- [STC SA01436DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01436DE) (historical): Installation of Firewall Forward Technologies, LLC modified camshaft. Centri-Lube Technologies LLC

## PMA parts (OpenAirDocs) (over 1,000, first 50)

Current parts manufacturer approvals (PMA): parts the FAA has approved companies to make as replacements or modifications. Each record lists its models as free text; OpenAirDocs matched them to this engine model on its data sheet, so check the FAA record before relying on it. Newest first.

- [72-231114-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID157761992320260722204351.0001): TAG-Engine. Swift Fuels, LLC · PMA PQ04423CE · Modification part · Jul 17, 2026
- [ES66M19385](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID186804045820251216184409.0001): Clamp, Magneto. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 66M19385 · Nov 10, 2025
- [ES10-400567](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID182838314420251216184405.0001): Bearing, Ball. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 10-400567 · Nov 10, 2025
- [ES10-349249](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID172741321620251216184404.0001): Washer, Bowed. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 10-349249 · Nov 10, 2025
- [ES10-349328](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID114147850320251216184403.0001): Flat Washer. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 10-349328 · Nov 10, 2025
- [OC](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID178549155320250923184433.0001): Oil Cooler Preheat Kit. Hartzell Propeller LLC · PMA PQ2040CE · Modification part · Sep 12, 2025
- [AE45BS](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID187750711420250908153020.0001): Brush Rack Assembly. Aerospace Turbine Rotables · PMA PQ3736CE · Replaces Prestolite Part Number ALU1045BS · Aug 27, 2025
- [AE943](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID185624017520250908153027.0001): Rotor Shaft. Aerospace Turbine Rotables · PMA PQ3736CE · Replaces Prestolite Part Number ALU-228 · Aug 27, 2025
- [AE45BS-1](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID173583138520250908153031.0001): Brush Rack Assembly. Aerospace Turbine Rotables · PMA PQ3736CE · Replaces Prestolite Part Number ALU-1045BS · Aug 27, 2025
- [AE15BA](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID167463833220250908153021.0001): Brush Rack Assembly. Aerospace Turbine Rotables · PMA PQ3736CE · Replaces Prestolite Part Number ALV-1015 · Aug 27, 2025
- [AE944](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID157009852420250908153027.0001): Rotor Shaft. Aerospace Turbine Rotables · PMA PQ3736CE · Replaces Prestolite Part Number ALE-273 · Aug 27, 2025
- [AE45BS-E](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID143460060920250908153031.0001): Brush Rack Assembly. Aerospace Turbine Rotables · PMA PQ3736CE · Replaces Prestolite Part Number ALE-1045BS · Aug 27, 2025
- [AE2241](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID127316494620250908153022.0001): Fan Assembly. Aerospace Turbine Rotables · PMA PQ3736CE · Replaces Prestolite Part Number 90-2241 · Aug 27, 2025
- [AE2259](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID112306055120250908153022.0001): Fan Assembly. Aerospace Turbine Rotables · PMA PQ3736CE · Replaces Prestolite Part Number 90-2259 · Aug 27, 2025
- [AE1132](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID103582853720250908153023.0001): Slip Ring End Housing. Aerospace Turbine Rotables · PMA PQ3736CE · Replaces Prestolite Part Numbers ALK-1132AS… · Aug 27, 2025
- [SL6](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID151538433320250923185921.0001): Engine Preheat Kit. Hartzell Propeller LLC · PMA PQ2040CE · Modification part · Aug 4, 2025
- [TXPL6](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID146504457020250923185923.0001): Engine Preheat Kit. Hartzell Propeller LLC · PMA PQ2040CE · Modification part · Aug 4, 2025
- [HSS](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID104096221220250923185925.0001): Engine Preheat Kit. Hartzell Propeller LLC · PMA PQ2040CE · Modification part · Aug 4, 2025
- [AA48111-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID120682187320240813134136.0001): Oil Filter. Aero Accessories LLC · PMA PQ1206CE · Replaces Aero AccessoriesAA48111Champion… · Jul 12, 2024
- [AB-400623](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID193069304920251216184444.0001): Ball Bearing. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental… · Dec 8, 2023
- [ES10-35936-7](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID191691087420251216184428.0001): Screw. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-35936-7 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-92815-37](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID165115893520251216184504.0001): Retaining Ring. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-92815-37 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-349263](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID161733554320251216184505.0001): O-Ring. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-349263 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-682016](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID151464479720251216184447.0001): Magneto Gear Assembly. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-682016 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-391213](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID146344589820251216184434.0001): Screw. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-391213 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-382788](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID143912317620251216184442.0001): Washer. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-382788 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-90788-5](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID138975580920251216184500.0001): Woodruff Key. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-90788-5 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-163374](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID138652177520251216184458.0001): Felt Strip. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-163374 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-90751-18](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID138224109620251216184503.0001): Cotter Pin. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental 10-90751-18 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-86527](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID136544385220251216184459.0001): Lubricant. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-86527 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-50752](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID125758886020251216184457.0001): Felt Washer. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-50752 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-391309](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID120647802220251216184443.0001): Washer. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-391309 · Dec 8, 2023
- [AB-92815-62](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID118430918720251216184503.0001): Retainer Ring. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental10-92815-62 · Dec 8, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID189689408720240301172612.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Dec 1, 2023
- [KA12919](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID174157740820240301172640.0001): Ignition Harness Assy. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces M2919,10-821614-6 · Dec 1, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID170183424420240301172611.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Dec 1, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID137841244720240301172609.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Dec 1, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID128838889420240301172611.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Dec 1, 2023
- [ES6350](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID124306822420240301172630.0001): Magneto. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces 6350 · Dec 1, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID199876966520240301172645.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Nov 9, 2023
- [ES10‐682000‐4](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID195310900420240301172650.0001): Housing. Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Replaces Continental Motors10‐682000‐4 · Nov 9, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID193099993320240301172643.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Nov 9, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID193052828920240301172630.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Nov 9, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID161105397620240301172623.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Nov 9, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID137119462920240301172652.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Nov 9, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID135346207420240301172644.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Nov 9, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID114575889120240301172629.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Nov 9, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID113531585720240301172631.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Nov 9, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID112685103020240301172626.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Nov 9, 2023
- [No part number](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID112563603020240301172643.0001): Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC · PMA PQ1383CE · Nov 9, 2023

All of them: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-540-j3c5d/pma.md

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